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Berkeley, CA

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Northern California’s mecca of culture, knowledge, and art

University Trendy Quirky Bayfront Live Music

Picturesque Berkeley is one of California’s bayside gems. Just across from San Francisco, Berkeley is one of the Golden State’s meccas of knowledge and culture. This thriving city is home to the renowned University of California, Berkeley. Accented with all of the color and local flair you’d expect from this bayside college town, this is a community with housing styles for everyone. Whether you choose to live in the cool and funky South Berkeley, which mixes stories-high apartment homes with the community feel of one-story shops and eateries, or in the scenic and historic architecture of the Southside area, you’ll feel immersed in the culture and history of Berkeley.

Entertainment is boundless in Berkeley. If you’re looking for an open-air concert or festival, rock out at the Hearst Greek Theatre. Travel back in time to the 1960s counterculture movement by strolling down Telegraph Avenue where you can find local bars, cuisine, and music stores. Explore the downtown nightlife among the metropolitan vibe of a thriving California business district or play Frisbee in one of the tranquil parks.

Berkley wouldn’t be a Bay Area city without access to the gorgeous waters. Nationally known Adventure Playground at the Berkeley Marina is perfect place for kids. Whether you’re a university student, outdoor adventurer, an artist, or a family-centric resident, there’s a place that fits your needs and personality in Berkeley, California.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Berkeley, CA is $2,075 for a studio, $2,308 for one bedroom, $3,222 for two bedrooms, and $4,671 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Berkeley has increased by 0.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,308/month
567 Sq Ft
House
$4,230/month
1,054 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,567/month
709 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,514/month
512 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Berkeley, CA

Transportation

92

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

62

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

93

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Schools

Ruth Acty Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

395 Students

9
out of 10

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier

Public

Grades K-5

395 Students

9
out of 10

Sylvia Mendez Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

370 Students

8
out of 10

Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet School

Public

Grades K-5

364 Students

8
out of 10

Thousand Oaks Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

342 Students

8
out of 10

Willard Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

596 Students

8
out of 10

Martin Luther King Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

871 Students

7
out of 10

Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

450 Students

7
out of 10

Berkeley High

Public

Grades 9-12

3,204 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Cedar-Rose Park
  • Strawberry Creek Park
  • Live Oak Park
  • Habitot Children's Museum
  • Museum of Vertebrate Zoology

Airports

  • Metro Oakland International
  • San Francisco International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.